Serial - 1 x RJ-11 Modem, 1 x DB-25 RS-232 Serial - 56 Kbps - MPN: USR5686E See Product Details
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Description
U.S. Robotics has been building the world's best modems for over 25 years, and now we're bringing you the latest in modem technology. V.92 lets you send e-mail and attachments faster, get online quicker,and even take incoming phone calls without losing your Internet connection. Getting a better connection is as easy as the three- step installation procedure. The U.S. Robotics 56K* Faxmodem combines the superior performance and reliability of a controller-based modem with the convenience of V.92 technology. *Capable of receiving at up to 56 Kbps and sending at up to 48 Kbps . Due to FCC regulations, receiving speeds are limited to 53 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary. V.92 and V.90 features require compatible phone line and support from your Internet Service Provider . U.S. Robotics modems featuring V.92 enhancements are backward compatible and will negotiate the highest possible speed when connecting to an ISP.
Quick Glance
Internal/External: External
Modem Type: Data/Fax Modem
Summary
Product Title: US Robotics U.S. Robotics 5686E 56K Faxmodem
Manufacturer: US Robotics
Lowest Price: $109.99
Power Score: 4.2 | 4 Reviews
General
Internal/External: External
Category: Ingram Modems
Class: Modem
Max Data Speed: 56 Kbps
Correction Compression Standards: ITU-T V.42, MNP-2, MNP-3, MNP-4
Interface Connection: 1 x RJ-11 Modem, 1 x 25-pin DB-25 RS-232 Serial
Features: Full Duplex
Modem Type: Data/Fax Modem
Fax Standards: Class 1, Class 2, Group 3
Max Fax Speed: 56 Kbps Data Receive V.92, 48 Kbps Data Send V.92, 14.40 Kbps Fax, 56 Kbps Data Receive V.90, 31.20 Kbps Data Send V.90
Data Standards: MNP-5, ITU-T V.42bis
RJ-11 4-pin Modular Plug (Phone/Telco): 1
Required Operating System: IBM compatible PC 56K compatible local analog phone line Modem is compatible with Windows XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.1, Linux and DOS
System Type: PC
Height: 4.875 in
Width: 5.75 in
Depth: 10.875 in
Weight: 2.00 lbs
Warranty Information: 2 Year Limited
Dimensions: 4.9" Height x 10.9" Width x 5.8" Depth
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Bus Type: Serial
Command Set: AT Command Set
Modulation: ITU-T V.34
Serial Port: Yes
Number of Modem (RJ-11) Ports: 1
Fax Transmission Data Rate: 1.80 KBps
Modem Transmission Data Rate: 7 KBps
Strengths: dependable, easy to use and maintain
Weakness: sensitive to power surges
We are a small business with five computers on the network and only one phone line for dial up internet. We originally purchased modem in Oct. 2003 and has worked great, enabling all five users to be on the internet at the same time and still process info relatively fast. We have saved money on the cost of phone lines by using this modem and a router in unison. Due to lighting damage to our...
Strengths: Price Ease of use
Weakness: None
The U S Robotics modem I received has been great for my needs. It is external yet small and that seems to be what I needed in order to work with other external moden which are in use at my business and cannot be changed. The price was right and it is very simple to hook up and ever easier to use. Over all I am very happy. Thank You!
Strengths: Well designed, many options, very dependable in maintaining connections.
Weakness: A little slow in making an initial connection.
Overall, this is a very fine 56k modem. It comes complete with a very helpful control panel that enables easy access to many modem diagnostics and controls. However, better explanation of updating procedures and use of the handy control panel would be very helpful.
US Robotics U.S. Robotics 5686E 56K Faxmodem
Strengths: quality, connection stability and speed, appearance, flash update capability, web site resources
Weakness: high price, tech support, no serial cable included, fragility
Given a choice, practically everyone who surfs the Internet with any regularity would prefer broadband to dial-up. There is no comparison between the download and upload speeds offered by both. Yet, because of the current cost difference ranging from $10 and up, the turtle (dial-up) is still preferable to the hare (broadband) for those with certain needs. For instance, those who surf only...
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